Senior Mechanical Estimator

CyberCoders, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

CyberCoders, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator in Arlington, TX to lead budgets, estimates, and bid proposals for HVAC, plumbing, and piping scopes.

You will perform takeoffs, analyze labor and material costs, and review project docs to ensure complete scope coverage. Ideal candidates have 10+ years of mechanical estimating experience in commercial/industrial construction, with proficiency in Accubid, QuoteSoft, and FastPIPE, plus BIM/VDC interpretation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical estimating experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems with cost drivers.
• Experience reading drawings, specifications, and BIM/VDC outputs.
• Proficiency with Excel and digital takeoff tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and bid proposals for HVAC, plumbing, and piping scopes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, labor analysis, and pricing using estimating tools.
• Review drawings and project docs to ensure complete scope coverage.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and risks during preconstruction.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits; support bid strategy.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and field leadership on turnover.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost data.
• Mentor junior estimators and improve estimating processes.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Bid / Tender preparation

Preconstruction analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Construction Management

Tools

Trimble Accubid

QuoteSoft

FastPIPE

BIM/VDC software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Estimator
Location: Arlington, TX
Salary Rate: $140,000 - $150,000 + bonus

I am working with a top mechanical contractor who is looking for a senior mechanical estimator. The estimator should know about various commercial & industrial mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and bid proposals for HVAC, plumbing, and piping scopes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, labor analysis, and equipment/material pricing using industry-standard estimating tools.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to ensure complete and accurate scope coverage.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, constructability issues, and project risks during preconstruction.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope review sessions.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field leadership during bid strategy and project turnover.
• Maintain organized documentation, historical cost data, and estimating databases.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and industry partners.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating processes and tools.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical estimating experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems, including means and methods, labor productivity, and material costs.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Trimble Accubid, QuoteSoft, FastPIPE, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and BIM/VDC outputs.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience preparing estimates for design-build, negotiated, and hard-bid projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and digital takeoff tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

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Benefits

Full benefits